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A Polished Steel Mirror on Rosewood Stand
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Steel, mirror glass, fabric, cotton, rosewood
- height 19 5/8 in.
- 50 cm
the polished steel-framed mirror with a border of faceted steel flowerheads and surmounted by a shaped crest cut with peacocks and applied with faceted steel, probably Tula, circa 1800; the twist-steel stem rising from a fabric-covered cushion, the later rosewood base with a drawer and raised on four ball feet.
Provenance
Antoine Chenevrière, London, 1993
Condition
some wear to wood and fabric, some oxidation to steel, all consistent with age and use
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.